Explore the breathtaking landscapes of East Route Galapagos Islands. Experience the unique wildlife and pristine beaches of this stunning destination. Relax and unwind in the natural beauty of this remote paradise.
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Baltra - Black Turtle Cove
- Day 2: Chinese Hat - Rabida Island
- Day 3: Bartolome Island - Sullivan Bay
- Day 4: Santa Fe Island - South Plaza Island
- Day 5: Las Bachas Beach - Baltra
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- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
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Day 1: Baltra - Black Turtle Cove
Flight from mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil) to Baltra, with LATAM Airlines, arriving at 09:20 a.m. approximately. Your guide conducts you to the bus and after a short 5-kilometer ride to the pier; we board the Yacht without delay. We greet you with our first orientation and we offer a light snack. In the afternoon, we make a panga ride on Black Turtle Cove, series of mangrove-surrounded coves and islets; where we can observe white-tipped sharks, marine turtles, spotted eagle rays, and yellow cow-nosed rays. We board the Yacht for dinner and the first of our nightly orientations.
Dinner included.
Day 2: Chinese Hat - Rabida Island
After breakfast, we make a wet landing on Chinese Hat (Sombrero Chino), a small island off the Coast of Santiago Island, we can observe on the rocky shoreline: Galapagos penguins, eagle rays, sea lions and marine iguanas.
This is an excellent snorkeling site. Optional: time for those who would like to swim, snorkel and/ or Kayak. Return to the Yacht for lunch. In the afternoon, we make a wet landing on Rabida, to walk and observe marine iguanas and sea lions, pelicans, blue-footed boobies, masked boobies and brown pelicans. We walk and we arrive at a small saltwater lagoon where we can see pink flamingos. Optional: time for those who would like to swim or snorkel. We return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3: Bartolome Island - Sullivan Bay
After breakfast, we make a dry landing on Bartolome Island, to hike to the summit; during the hike we observe colonies of marine iguanas and lava lizards. On the summit we have an impressive view of the surrounding islands, including the eroded tuff cone of Pinnacle Rock.
Optional: time for those who would like to swim and/or snorkel. We return to the boat for a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, we make a wet landing on Sullivan Bay, a perfect place to get a feel of the volcanic origin of the islands. Optional: time for those who would like to swim and/or snorkel. We return to the yacht for a delicious dinner and our nightly orientation.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 4: Santa Fe Island - South Plaza Island
After breakfast, we make a wet landing on Santa Fe Island to visit the cactus forest and a colony of land iguanas native from Santa Fe. Optional: time for those who would like to swim, snorkel and/or kayak. Return to the Yacht for lunch and sail to South Plaza, where we make a dry landing on the pier of the island, there we can enjoy the antics of the sea lions. A walk through a cactus forest allows us to observe land iguanas and many species of tropical birds. At the end of the afternoon, we return to the Yacht for dinner and our nightly orientation.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 5: Las Bachas Beach - Baltra
After breakfast we make an early disembark on Las Bachas Beach, a place where we can appreciate a Flamingos lagoon. During all walks, your guide will be explaining details about the lives of the birds and animals. We return to the Yacht for disembarking on the pier at 09:00. Your guide accompanies you on the bus ride directly to the airport.
Breakfast included.
Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
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15 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | NZD$6413pp | ||
Lower Deck Cabin (1-6) | NZD$6413pp | Contact us | |
Upper Deck Cabin (7-10) | NZD$7469pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Lower Deck Cabin (1-6)
6 CABINS, FROM 1 TO 6.
Each cabin sizing 12m² and equipped with 2 Single Lower Beds (2.00x1.00m/each).
Each Cabin has: Private Bathroom, Safety Box, Electric Outlet 110v and USB Port, Locker and Drawers, Air-conditioned.
Upper Deck Cabin (7-10)
CABINS FROM 7 TO 10.
Each cabin sizing 12m² equipped with 2 Single Lower Beds (2.00x1.00m/each). The beds can convert into a Queen Size Bed.
Each Cabin has: Private Bathroom, Safety Box, Electric Outlet 110v and USB Port, Locker and Drawers, Air-conditioned.
What’s included?
- Airfare to/from Galapagos
- Full board
- English speaking naturalist guide
- Visit to the islands according to itinerary
- Permanent hot drinks station (coffee, tea, aromatic tea, plain drink water)
- Snorkel gear
- Use of kayaks and paddle boards
- Kayaking
What’s not included?
- Galapagos National Park fee US$100 per person until 31 July 2024
- Galapagos National Park fee US$200 per person from 1 August 2024
- Transit control card US$20 per person
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Wetsuits for rent
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
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Destination: Galapagos
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